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Higher Penderleath
Caravan & Camping Park
St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 3AF
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The area offers scenic coastal walks, surfing, and kayaking, alongside cultural attractions like art galleries and ancient sites. It’s also family-friendly, with plenty of things for kids to enjoy, including well-equipped play parks, safe beaches for paddling, and interactive museums that bring local history to life.
Whether you’re after outdoor adventure or creative inspiration, there’s something for every pace and passion.
Surfing in St Ives, Penzance, and Hayle
St Ives
St Ives offers several surf spots, with The Breakwater being a notable one. It’s a point break that works best with a northwest swell and offshore winds from the south. The waves can be inconsistent, but winter generally provides the best conditions.
Penzance
Mounts Bay in Penzance is a beach break that tends to have inconsistent surf. The best conditions are usually found in winter with a south-southwest swell and offshore winds from the north. Be cautious of rocks and varying wave quality.
Hayle
Hayle is known for its sheltered river break, which offers fairly consistent surf, especially in winter. The ideal conditions are a west-northwest swell with offshore winds from the south 3. However, watch out for dangerous rips.
Each location has its unique charm and conditions, making them great spots for different surfing experiences.
Surfing in St Ives, Penzance, and Hayle
St Ives
St Ives offers several surf spots, with The Breakwater being a notable one. It’s a point break that works best with a northwest swell and offshore winds from the south. The waves can be inconsistent, but winter generally provides the best conditions.
Penzance
Mounts Bay in Penzance is a beach break that tends to have inconsistent surf. The best conditions are usually found in winter with a south-southwest swell and offshore winds from the north. Be cautious of rocks and varying wave quality.
Hayle
Hayle is known for its sheltered river break, which offers fairly consistent surf, especially in winter. The ideal conditions are a west-northwest swell with offshore winds from the south 3. However, watch out for dangerous rips.
Each location has its unique charm and conditions, making them great spots for different surfing experiences.
St Ives skate park
The Skate Park at Palemon Best Recreation Ground is a state-of-the-art concrete facility, built in 2021. It includes various features like ramps, bowls, and rails, catering to skateboarders of all skill levels. The skate park is well-lit and monitored by CCTV, ensuring a safe environment for everyone.
Location:
Distance: 1.5 mile
Drive time: 8 minutes
Walk: 20-25 minutes
St Ives skate park
The Skate Park at Palemon Best Recreation Ground is a state-of-the-art concrete facility, built in 2021. It includes various features like ramps, bowls, and rails, catering to skateboarders of all skill levels. The skate park is well-lit and monitored by CCTV, ensuring a safe environment for everyone.
Location:
Distance: 1.5 mile
Drive time: 8 minutes
Walk: 20-25 minutes
Penbeagle Park
Palemon Best Recreation Ground (also known as Penbeagle Park) in St Ives is a fantastic spot for families. The play park features equipment suitable for both babies and older children, including swings, slides, a climbing frame, a roundabout, and a zip wire. There’s also a football field and picnic areas, making it a great place for a day out.
Location:
Distance: 1.5 mile
Drive time: 8 minutes
Walk: 20-25 minutes
Penbeagle Park
Palemon Best Recreation Ground (also known as Penbeagle Park) in St Ives is a fantastic spot for families. The play park features equipment suitable for both babies and older children, including swings, slides, a climbing frame, a roundabout, and a zip wire. There’s also a football field and picnic areas, making it a great place for a day out.
Location:
Distance: 1.5 mile
Drive time: 8 minutes
Walk: 20-25 minutes
Nance Fishing Lakes
Located in Trevarrack, Lelant, near St Ives, Cornwall.
Features three well-stocked fishing lakes.
Stock includes Carp, Tench, Bream, and Crucian Carp.
Facilities:
Moomaid by the Lakes café serving food and ice cream.
Family-run business with a history of functioning as a cattle farm.
Location:
Distance: 3 miles.
Drive time: 10 minutes
Nance Fishing Lakes
Located in Trevarrack, Lelant, near St Ives, Cornwall.
Features three well-stocked fishing lakes.
Stock includes Carp, Tench, Bream, and Crucian Carp.
Facilities:
Moomaid by the Lakes café serving food and ice cream.
Family-run business with a history of functioning as a cattle farm.
Location:
Distance: 3 miles.
Drive time: 10 minutes
Stargazing Under Penderleath’s Pristine Dark Skies
Relax Under the Stars:
Nestled under the pristine dark skies of Penderleath, our campsite offers the perfect setting for relaxing under the stars on clear nights. Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or simply captivated by the magic of a starry sky, you’ll find our location ideal for unwinding and enjoying the cosmos. To preserve the natural nightscape, the site features astronomy-friendly, low-intensity lighting designed to minimize light pollution and maintain optimal conditions for celestial observation. Northern lights picture taken 19th January 2026!
Stargazing Under Penderleath’s Pristine Dark Skies
Relax Under the Stars:
Nestled under the pristine dark skies of Penderleath, our campsite offers the perfect setting for relaxing under the stars on clear nights. Whether you’re an astronomy enthusiast or simply captivated by the magic of a starry sky, you’ll find our location ideal for unwinding and enjoying the cosmos. To preserve the natural nightscape, the site features astronomy-friendly, low-intensity lighting designed to minimize light pollution and maintain optimal conditions for celestial observation.
Penlee Play Park
Set within beautifully maintained green spaces, Penlee offers a welcoming and accessible environment for all visitors. The recently refurbished grounds feature thoughtfully designed multi-use play areas that cater to children of all abilities, including those who use mobility aids. Mature trees, open lawns, and well-paved paths create a serene setting for families, walkers, and nature lovers alike. Whether you’re enjoying a picnic, exploring the gardens, or simply relaxing in the fresh air, Penlee provides a safe and inclusive space for recreation and connection.
Location:
Distance: 7 miles.
Drive time: 22 minutes
Penlee Play Park
Set within beautifully maintained green spaces, Penlee offers a welcoming and accessible environment for all visitors. The recently refurbished grounds feature thoughtfully designed multi-use play areas that cater to children of all abilities, including those who use mobility aids. Mature trees, open lawns, and well-paved paths create a serene setting for families, walkers, and nature lovers alike. Whether you’re enjoying a picnic, exploring the gardens, or simply relaxing in the fresh air, Penlee provides a safe and inclusive space for recreation and connection.
Location:
Distance: 7 miles.
Drive time: 22 minutes
Tehidy Country Park
Over 250 acres of woodland, lakes, and gardens. Ideal for walking, cycling, and picnicking
Location:
Distance: 10 miles.
Drive time: 20 minutes
Tehidy Country Park
Over 250 acres of woodland, lakes, and gardens. Ideal for walking, cycling, and picnicking
Location:
Distance: 10 miles.
Drive time: 20 minutes
Botallack mine
One of Cornwall’s most well-known mines.
First documented production: 1592.
Experienced intermittent production until closure in 1998 due to declining tin prices.
Location:
Distance: approximately 8 miles.
Driving time: around 20 minutes.
Botallack mine
One of Cornwall’s most well-known mines.
First documented production: 1592.
Experienced intermittent production until closure in 1998 due to declining tin prices.
Location:
Distance: approximately 8 miles.
Driving time: around 20 minutes.
Trebah Garden Trust
Subtropical gardens with a private beach, perfect for family outings
Location:
Distance: 15 miles.
Drive time: 35 minutes
Trebah Garden Trust
Subtropical gardens with a private beach, perfect for family outings
Location:
Distance: 15 miles.
Drive time: 35 minutes
Trelissick Garden
National Trust garden with beautiful landscapes, woodland walks, and stunning views over the River Fal
Location:
Distance: 15 miles.
Drive time: 35 minutes
Trelissick Garden
National Trust garden with beautiful landscapes, woodland walks, and stunning views over the River Fal
Location:
Distance: 15 miles.
Drive time: 35 minutes